

Light the Fuse… Sartana Is Coming
Wily roving gunslinger Sartana arrives in a small town and tries to find a hidden fortune of half a million dollars in gold and two million dollars in counterfeit money. Naturally, a bunch of other treacherous folks who include conniving widow Senora Manassas, shrewd fellow gunslinger Grand Full, and the vicious and unhinged General Monk are also looking to get their greedy hands on said fortune.
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Plot Summary
Sartana, a mysterious gunfighter known for his elaborate traps and quick draw, arrives in the lawless town of Redemption. He becomes embroiled in a violent conflict between a corrupt sheriff and a gang of outlaws vying for control of a gold mine. Sartana masterfully manipulates the situation, using his cunning and deadly skills to eliminate both sides and claim the riches for himself.
Critical Reception
While not a critical darling, 'Light the Fuse… Sartana Is Coming' was a popular entry in the Spaghetti Western genre, appreciated for its stylish action and the charismatic performance of Franco Nero. It's considered a solid, if somewhat formulaic, entry in the Sartana series, offering the expected thrills and shootouts.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its stylish direction and exciting action sequences.
- Franco Nero's portrayal of the enigmatic Sartana is a highlight.
- Familiar Spaghetti Western tropes are executed with competence.
Google audience: Audience reception for this specific film is not widely aggregated on Google. However, fans of the Spaghetti Western genre often appreciate its blend of action, suspense, and anti-heroic protagonists.
Fun Fact
This film was part of a series of Spaghetti Westerns featuring the character Sartana, which were known for their distinctive plots involving elaborate mechanical contraptions and unique weaponry used by the titular anti-hero.
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